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Safety Notice: Handmade items made from this pattern may contain small parts or long cords that pose choking or strangulation risks. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please see the full safety disclaimer at sewmag.co.uk/safety.
This easy button-back blouse is made up of only five pattern pieces, including interfaced facings that are used to neatly finish the neckline and accommodate the back closure. This creates a more flattering silhouette that promises comfort and wearability. Follow straightforward dart and buttonhole techniques, using zigzag stitch or an overlocker to neaten the seams for a professional finish.
1 Download and print the pattern at sewmag.co.uk/templates. Cut out the pieces according to the cutting guide, then iron interfacing onto the back and front neck facings. Match these at the shoulders, right sides together, then pin and stitch. Press the seams open, then neaten the outer edges.
2 Stitch darts into the front piece, sewing from the base to the marked points, then repeat on the back piece. Press the darts towards the centre, then neaten the edges of the shoulders. Match the front and back shoulder seams, pin and stitch. Press the seams open.
3 Lay the joined front and back pieces out flat, right sides up. Place the facing pieces on top, right sides down, matching the necklines. Pin, then sew around the neckline and down each side of the back facings. Clip the curved seam allowances and trim the corner bulk. Understitch the neckline, stopping 4cm from each centre-back edge.
4 Neaten the blouse side and long sleeve edges. Pin the back and front pieces along the sides, right sides together. Sew, then press open. Work a row of gathering stitches around the sleeve heads. Match, pin, then sew the long sleeve seams, right sides together. Press the seams open and turn right sides out.
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